Vintage Cinema X Carnival Themed Sangeet at Shangri-La, Bangalore – Atelier17 Events
- kunal647
- Jul 14
- 2 min read
Updated: Jul 16
Date: 2nd March 2025
Venue: Shangri-La Hotel, Bangalore
Concept & Execution: Atelier17 Events
🎯 The Vision
When our clients approached Atelier17 Events, they had one bold idea: “We want a high-energy sangeet that feels like a luxury carnival.” Inspired by vintage circus themes and European cabaret aesthetics, our design process began with a vibrant moodboard full of stripes, lights, bold props, and unexpected touches.
From this emerged our central theme: The Big Top. Not just a carnival theme sangeet — but a theatre of celebration.
🏗️ The Design Narrative - Carnival Theme Sangeet
Our scope spanned across the entire ballroom level, transforming every zone into a chapter of the carnival story — without a single element feeling gimmicky.
🎟️ The Entrance – The Big Top
A dramatic red-and-white striped tunnel, framed by oversized archways and lit marquee signage, welcomed guests into the experience. Custom pedestals, floral drum planters, and bold lighting created the feeling of walking into an actual tented carnival.
🎠 Carousel Lounge & Lounge Pockets
A standout element was the carousel-inspired lounge — complete with velvet draping, carnival poles, plush seating, and a whimsical horse prop. This corner doubled as a relaxed photo zone and intimate gathering space.
Guests were invited to explore other zones: floral carts, themed installations, and comfortable seating in vivid red tones.
🍸 The Bar & Balloon Lounge
A custom-built bar stole the spotlight — styled with red-and-white panelling, checkered insets, circus illustrations, and glowing neon signage that read “The Bar.” Behind it, curated shelving and soft florals balanced the playfulness with sophistication.
Adjacent to this, we designed a hot-air balloon lounge — a statement installation featuring a sculptural balloon centerpiece and matching cocktail tables, enhanced with checkered flooring and immersive red lighting.
🎤 The Main Stage
A larger-than-life 50 ft x 28 ft sangeet stage anchored the ballroom. Marquee stars, bold red drapes, and custom lightbox signage formed the backdrop for all performances, making every dance moment feel like part of a grand circus act.
There was no formal dance floor — instead, lounges and high tables framed the stage to encourage fluid movement and mingling.
🌸 The Details
From popcorn corners to hand-illustrated paneling, no element was left untouched. Every part of the space — from floral centrepieces to floor decals — echoed the core visual language of vintage red, white, and gold.
Theatrical lighting, layered installations, and immersive zoning gave guests a sense of discovery throughout the evening.
📸 Gallery
✨ The Takeaway
This wasn’t just a theme — it was an immersive celebration of colour, nostalgia, and joy. Every inch of the Shangri-La ballroom was reimagined to tell the story of a luxe, playful, unforgettable carnival.
Planning a celebration with personality in Bangalore, Hyderabad or Goa? Our event design studio brings together storytelling, style, and structure to make every moment meaningful.
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